Software Engineer III - Scala Engineer

Next Frontier Capital; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Scala Engineer to join Corporate Technology and help design, develop, and troubleshoot software components across the SDLC. You’ll work in an agile environment on secure, scalable tech products and influence AI-assisted practices within the team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with global teams, strong data skills, and hands-on coding in Scala, Java, or Python. A security-conscious mindset and Scrum experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 3+ years applied experience.
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
• Proficient in coding in one or more languages: Scala, Java, Python.
• Strong Big-Data and database skills.
• Experience with AWS cloud computing using ECS, EKS, EMR, Lambda, etc.
• Well-versed with data structures and algorithms and efficient coding practices.
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment.
• Ability to collaborate with global teams across time zones.
• Familiar with agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum) and CI/CD, Applicant Resiliency, and Security.
• Experience leading the use of AI-assisted software development tools with validation standards.

Responsibilities

• Executes standard software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting.
• Writes secure and high-quality code using the syntax of at least one programming language with limited guidance.
• Designs, develops, codes, and troubleshoots with consideration of upstream and downstream systems.
• Applies knowledge of SDLC tools to improve value realized by automation.
• Applies technical troubleshooting to break down solutions and solve problems of basic complexity.
• Gathers and analyzes large data sets to identify problems and contribute to decision-making.
• Learns and applies processes and skills for secure, stable code and systems.
• Drives team adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality, delivery speed, and outcomes.

Skills

Scala

Java

Python

Big Data

CI/CD

Agile/Scrum

AWS

Distributed computing

Data structures & algorithms

Team collaboration

Education

Software engineering degree

Tools

Spark

CI/CD tools

AI-assisted tools

AWS ECS/EKS/EMR

Job description

You’re ready to gain the skills and experience needed to grow within your role and advance your career — and we have the perfect software engineering opportunity for you.

As a Scala Engineer within JPMorgan Chase's Corporate Technology, you will execute standard software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting. you are part of an agile team that works to enhance, design, and deliver the software components of the firm’s state-of-the-art technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As an emerging member of a software engineering team, you execute software solutions through the design, development, and technical troubleshooting of multiple components within a technical product, application, or system, while gaining the skills and experience needed to grow within your role.

Job responsibilities

• Executes standard software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting
• Writes secure and high-quality code using the syntax of at least one programming language with limited guidance
• Designs, develops, codes, and troubleshoots with consideration of upstream and downstream systems and technical implications
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain to improve the value realized by automation
• Applies technical troubleshooting to break down solutions and solve technical problems of basic complexity
• Gathers, analyzes, and draws conclusions from large, diverse data sets to identify problems and contribute to decision-making in service of secure, stable application development
• Learns and applies system processes, methodologies, and skills for the development of secure, stable code and systems
• Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.
• Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 3+ years applied experience
• Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
• Proficient in coding in one or more languages in this order: Scala, Java, Python
• Strong Big-Data and database skills
• Experience with AWS cloud computing using ECS, EKS, EMR, Lambda, etc.
• Well-versed with data structures and algorithms and efficient coding practices
• Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment
• Ability to collaborate well with global teams in geographically distributed locations across time zones
• Self-starter, able to reach out to various team members, users and partner teams to get solutions delivered
• Familiar with agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum) and CI/CD, Applicant Resiliency, and Security
• Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.
• Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Familiarity with Spark and distributed computing

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success. Design and develop secure, scalable software, troubleshoot key components, and grow your career as an experienced software engineer.